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Melanie's Law

6/9/2026, 8:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 8733

This bill, titled "To amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968, establishes a grant program to support protective orders for individuals related by blood or marriage in intimate relationships. Introduced in the 119th Congress on May 11, 2026, the bill aims to provide assistance for protective measures and potentially includes additional provisions beyond the grant program outlined in the title.

Current Status of Bill HR 8733

Bill HR 8733 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 11, 2026. Bill HR 8733 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on May 11, 2026.  Bill HR 8733's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of May 11, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8733

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
3
Democrat Cosponsors
1
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8733

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8733

To amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to establish a grant program to support protective orders that protect individuals who are related by blood or marriage to individuals in intimate relationships, and for other purposes.
To amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to establish a grant program to support protective orders that protect individuals who are related by blood or marriage to individuals in intimate relationships, and for other purposes.

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